Drawing Supplies

Browse the varied selection of drawing supplies available at Staples® to find the right tools for creating sketches. The right set of drawing implements to get depends on the user's skill level. While beginners and school-age kids only require basic tools, professionals need more precise and versatile art supplies in their drawing kits.

Essential Accessories to Get When Shopping for Drawing Supplies
The four essential drawing tools for budding artists are pencil, paper, pencil sharpener, and eraser. Regular pencils have solid cores made of graphite and charcoal. They are available in different hardness levels, with each producing lines of unique thickness and intensity. Manufacturers classify drawing pencils with an HB scale and a numerical scale. The number and H designation of a pencil describe the hardness of its graphite core. The harder the implement, the lighter it draws. B expresses the blackness of a pencil mark. Soft drawing pencils have markings ranging from B to 8B while hard ones bear HB to 5H.

There are three features artists have to look for when comparing drawing paper. These are texture, weight, and durability. Sketchbooks with a smooth texture are best for soft pencils. Choose acid-free sketch paper to make drawings last longer. For erasers, look for one that's soft and smooth. It should remove lines cleanly, leave little to no residue, and preserve the surface of drawing paper.

Choose an Artist Set for a Complete Collection of Drawing Supplies
Drawing sets contain all the supplies needed by most artists. These sets usually have multiple pencils and erasers. They may also include additional drawing implements like sketching pens and blending stumps. Pick a set of graphite pencils of different grades ranging from B (softest) to 5H (hardest). Mechanical pencils allow users to make small sketches and draw fine details. In addition to the grades of their lead cores, artists also consider tip fineness when selecting mechanical pencils. To do color drawings, consider a set of crayons, colored pencils, and markers, and/or chalk pastels.

What Charcoal Drawing Supplies Do Artists Need?
Charcoal is excellent for figure drawing and is available as stick, pencil, and in powder form. Charcoal pencils are for drawing fine details while the stick form is best for broad strokes and sketching on large canvases. There are three types of drawing charcoal. Willow charcoal is hard and brittle and puts down light lines that are easy to blend and rub off. Compressed charcoal draws thick lines and is suitable for shading but is difficult to erase or blend. Vine charcoal offers a good balance between willow and compressed varieties.

What Should You Look for in Art Pens When Shopping for Drawing Supplies?
Tips and ink types are important features to note when comparing drawing pens. Besides color, also consider the quality, opacity, flow, and drying speeds of the inks. The best drawing pens use quick-drying, fade-resistant, and waterproof archival inks.

Should Artists Get Specialty Paper When Ordering Drawing Supplies?
Yes and no. Any type of paper can serve as drawing paper. However, it is best to use the right paper for each drawing tool. For example, graphite and charcoal pencils sketch better on thick and coarse paper. Look for a sketchbook filled with smooth pages when drawing with pens, crayons, and markers.

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Royal Brush Artist Set For Beginners, Sketching & Drawing

Item : 943307 / Model : DS3000

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Everything the beginner artist needs to get started with oil painting
Contains (6) Essentials Graphite Pencils, (12) Essentials Graphite Colored Pencils, (3) Charcoal Pencils, (1) sketching/drawing paper pad, (3) blending stumps, (1) manikin, (1) sandpaper block, (1) pencil eraser, (1) sharpener, (1) 6-inch ruler, and (1) instruction booklet
All the supplies come neatly in a handy wooden storage box with handle measures (13" x 6.25" x 2")

$18.79

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Crayola® Creativity Tub

Item : 573999 / Model : 04-5358

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Over 80 different items. Crayons, chalk, colored pencils, construction paper and more!
Clear, durable container provides storage and easy clean up when play time is over
Easy Clean Up, includes Washable paints and markers

$17.89

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Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils, 36 Pack

Item : 2070332 / Model : 92885T

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Colored pencils with soft, thick cores that are perfect for shading and shadows
Ultra-smooth, even color laydown
Premium wood barrels with thick, robust leads that resist cracking and chipping

$59.99

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Prang® Colored Pencils

Item : SS421412

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3.3mm thick, durable lead core
Pre-sharpened for immediate use
Rich, bright colors stand out and resist fading

As low as $4.29

Sakura Pigma Micron All Black 8 Piece Pen Set

Item : 940795 / Model : 30067

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Archival quality ink is waterproof, chemical resistant and fade resistant
Ink will not bleed and is quick drying
Black Ink

$18.09

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Crayola® Twistables® Colored Pencils, 18/Pack

Item : 636184 / Model : 68-7418

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Clear barrels for easy color identification and viewing the twisting action
Lead doesn't need sharpening
Clear vinyl pouch for reusable storage

$6.59

18/Pack

Crayola® Ultimate Art Supply Kit

Item : 587603 / Model : 04-6814

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Includes 8 markers, 24 crayons, 12 colored pencils, 8 washable watercolors, paint brush, scissor, washable glue and 30 colored sheets of paper
All in one portable art studio and easel
Easy storage & portability

$12.59

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Fiber tip pen duo-colour JB 36pcs

Item : 2417939 / Model : 320C36JBLU

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36 assorted fashion colors
fiber tips
.5MM- 3.0 tips

$12.99

Staedtler® Ergosoft® Watercolor Pencils, Assorted Colors, 24/Set

Item : 512347 / Model : 156 SB24CS

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ABS coating for highly break-resistant lead
Ergonomic triangular barrel for effortless coloring
24/Set

$22.90

24/Set

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Melissa & Doug® Scratch Art® Deluxe Combo Set

Item : 919458 / Model : 5981

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Stencil with over 30 amazing shapes
3 show-off easel frames
Medium and fine point stylus, 1 frame, instructions

$12.59

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Royal Brush Satchel Artist Pack, Manga

Item : 943311 / Model : FA102

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Stay organized and keep your art supplies on hand
Adjustable wide strap easily converts to give you 2 carry options: Over your shoulder or across your chest
Other features are stylish slate grey canvas and pitch black trim, reinforced padded panels to support heavier items, a main hook & loop closure, (2) hidden zippered pockets, zipper mesh pocket and (2) pencil holders. Supplies included an artist pencil wrap, (3) Essentials micro pens, a soft-grip gel ink pen, a mechanical pencil, an eraser, pencil lead refills, (2) Magna character templates (comic layout & quote bubbles) and an 8" x 10" 80 page sketching book

$29.39

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Royal Brush Studio Artist Set-Sketching & Drawing

Item : 943316 / Model : KCXLSKET

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Perfect for drawing and sketching on the go
contains (12) Essentials Color Pencils, (12) Essentials Graphite Pencils, (1) Artist's Sketching Pad, (3) blending tools, sandpaper block, (1) white eraser, (1) kneaded eraser, (1) sharpener, (1) Beginner's booklet and durable black canvas zipper case
Conforms to ASTM D4236

$20.99

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Crayola® Colored Pencils, 12/Box

Item : 300525 / Model : 68-4012

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Full-length colored pencils
3.3 mm
AP Certified Non-toxic

$3.49

12/Box

Crayola® Washable Dry-Erase Crayons, Assorted, 8/Pack

Item : 833842 / Model : 98-5200

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Color: Black, blue, brown, green, orange, purple, red, yellow
Crayon size : 5" x 9/16"
Size group: Large

$6.99

8/Box

Sakura® 0.2 mm 6 Piece Pigma Micron Pen Set

Item : 300220 / Model : 30064

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0.2 mm tip
Black, red, blue, green, brown, purple
Suitable for acid free environments, archival quality, and pH neutral

$14.29

Sakura® 0.25 mm 6 Piece Pigma Micron Pen Set

Item : 302999 / Model : 30063

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0.25 mm tip
Suitable for acid free environments, archival, and pH neutral
Archival quality ink

$14.29

Sakura® 0.45 mm 6 Piece Pigma Micron Pen Set

Item : 303246 / Model : 30065

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0.45 mm
Archival quality ink
Chemically stable, waterproof, and fade resistant

$14.29

Sakura Pigma Micron black 005 (0.20 mm) [Pack of 6]

Item : 1717293 / Model : 20767-PK6

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Fine point writing instruments
Waterproof
Fade-proof, and smudge-proof on porous surfaces

$15.49

6/Pack

Crayola® Washable Window Crayons

Item : 769610 / Model : 52-9765

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Turn your windows into instant decorations with Crayola® Window Crayons
Easily washes off all glass surfaces and are great for car windows and mirrors
Great for holidays, special occasions, school events or anytime you feel creative!

$6.89

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Crayon Crayola 3-5/8", 8-Count

Item : 603573 / Model : BIN52-3008

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Red, yellow, green, blue, brown, black, orange and purple crayons included
Size: 3.6" x 0.3" each crayon
Number of colors: 8

$0.99

8/Box

Sakura® 0.45 mm 6 Piece Pigma Micron Pen Set, Spia

Item : 300221 / Model : 30069

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0.45 mm
It is fade proof against sunlight or UV light
Pigment in the ink remains colorful and will not spread when applied

$14.29

Binney & Smith Crayola® Glitter Crayons, 16/Bx

Item : 379509 / Model : 52-3716

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Six glitter colors that sparkle and shimmer
Color assortment comes from a unique palette that complements the core crayon line
AP Certified nontoxic

$3.29

16/Box

Sakura Pigma Micron black 05 (0.45 mm) [Pack of 6]

Item : 1717294 / Model : 15118-PK6

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Fine point writing instruments
Waterproof
Fade-proof, and smudge-proof on porous surfaces

$15.49

6/Pack

Crayola 20ct Detailing Gel Pens

Item : 2726514 / Model : 58-6503

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Add vibrant details to your artwork, adult coloring, and calligraphy lettering projects
Combination of metallic and glitter gel inks are perfect for adding flourishes and accents
Smooth laydown doesn’t skip or streak

$19.99

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